What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Coach position at Des Moines Public Schools?
Individuals interested in this position will take professional development sessions paid for by the District in the fall that extend through June 2026. The professional development series will lead to certification.
TITLE : Instructional Coach
POSITION TYPE : TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS :
Required :
- Valid Iowa Teaching license.
- At least three years of teaching experience with at least one year of teaching experience with the Des Moines Public Schools.
- Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching skills as reflected in the learning levels of students.
Desired :
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :
BASIC FUNCTION :
Instructional Coaches support job-embedded professional development through collaborative and individual learning cycles to empower educators to reach student goals through the enactment of research-based best practices in teaching and leading. To improve student learning and to ensure equitable outcomes for students, Instructional Coaches use student-centered coaching techniques to engage in co-planning, micro-modeling, co teaching lessons, observing, providing feedback, and setting goals. Instructional Coaches support implementation of district initiatives directed at strengthening core instruction through the common language of effective teaching and learning practices. Instructional Coaches meet regularly with teachers to engage in transformational coaching conversations to promote reflection about student work, instructional practices, and future instruction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position) :
DEPARTMENT : Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO : Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM : Building Administrator, TLC Coordinator
EVALUATES : N / A
BARGAINING GROUP : DMEA
FLSA STATUS : Exempt
FT / PT : Full Time
DAYS : 195OR 199 HOURS : 7.75
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Standing, walking, sitting, bending / stooping, reaching / pushing / pulling
WORKING CONDITIONS : Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival / dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and / or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By : Emily Behrens
Date : 02 / 19 / 2025
Employee Benefits Information
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and / or a motor vehicle record check.
